By Danny Valle

It Can Be Difficult to think of gifts for all your friends – especially during the holiday season when everyone is feeling frazzled. Luckily, we’re here to help. We know it’s been a difficult year financially for many, so we were sure to include a wide array of ideas covering all price ranges. We also considered who the recipients might be – from enviroment-friendly coworkers and romantic partners to that friend who already seems to have everything. So relax, because we’ve got you covered. Just sit back, get your credit card ready to rumble, and sip some cider as your lingering gift worries melt away. As a final note, there are a few gifts which you should definitely avoid this year, considering the current national climate. We recommend that you steer clear of all Home Sweet Home art, most banking stocks, all Chinese dairy products, personal tazer guns, Hillary ‘08 promotional items, and Iranian nuclear power plant investments.

Extended Battery
Talk, surf and play 3x longer on your iPhone with this handy device. You’ll wonder how you ever did without it.
PRICE: $80

Incase Leather Folio for iPhone
Safeguard your iPhone & iPhone 3G with this elegant leather case – which will come in handy after you’ve had too many cocktails on New Year’s Eve.
PRICE: $40
Flip Mino Camcorder
This camcorder is incredibly easy to use and allows you to store up to sixty minutes of footage that can automatically be upoaded to YouTube.
PRICE: $140

Wall Mountable Gadget Charging Solution
Charge up to three gadgets while hiding all of their unsightly wires and electrical cords behind a sliding screen.
PRICE: $40
V-Moda Modaphone In-Ear Headphones
With hi-definition sound, sports ergonomics, and noise-isolating and cancelling technology built in, these headphones are a stylish alternative to your iPod’s standard earbuds.
PRICE: $101

Sony Ebook Reader
People will probably always long for the feel of a real book, but any college student’s life would be improved if they could carry around all of their textbooks in this one small package.
PRICE: $300
Digital Foci Pocket Keychain electronic photo album
This pocket album keychain holds up to 74 of your personal pictures and offers 9 hours of battery life and simple recharging.
PRICE: $30

Johnny Hazzard Shirts
Who knew that Mr. Hazzard’s talents could extend all the way into the world of fashion? His designs are a hip reflection of Johnny’s own personal style — young, sexy, smart, and edgy.
PRICE: $25-$40
Icon Watch
Thanks to its nod to the era of 8-bit computer graphics, computer enthusiasts will love this hip looking time-teller.
PRICE: $75
Saitek Notebook Optical Mouse In Various colors
This colorful stocking stuffer is great for both laptop and desktop computer users who crave something unique.
PRICE: $10

LaCie Neil Poulton USB Speakers
These LaCie USB Speakers provide great sound quality, coupled with a contemporary design that is both elegant and practical.
PRICE: $60

Art Lebedev Folder Icon Flash Drive
Designed to look like a folder icon, this little guy has the capacity to store 4GB of data and comes in yellow, purple and blue. This season’s most stylish new Flash drive.
PRICE: $50

Built Fashion Laptop Sleeves
This laptop sleeve comes in various sizes and fits any laptop comfortably. Its unique bone shape and extra-thick neoprene will protect your laptop – and it’s machine washable!
PRICE: $40

Jawbone Bluetooth Headset
Rambling Rose, Blah Blah Black, and Babbling Blue are the names of three new Bluetooth Headsets from Jawbone. They turn the sci-fi looking accessory into something fashionable and sleek. With Amanda Lepore as spokesmodel, how can they fail?
PRICE: $130

Universal Cellphone Data Transfer Cable
Have you ever lost your cell phone and all the numbers that were in it? The back-up pal works with most phones and will transfer all your important data so that you never have to worry again. 
PRICE: $50

Bose Tri-port Headphones
This popular item doesn’t sit all the way in your ear — probably saving
Bose Tri-port Headphones your hearing down the road — but offers the best sound quality in its price range. 
PRICE: $100

miShare for iPod file transfers
This ingenious gadget allows people to share their iTunes libraries with one another. More than a few recording industry sharks are undoubtedly stirring in their watery graves right now.
PRICE: $100

Oakley SPLIT THUMP MP3 Sunglasses
These sunglasses come with a built in MP3 player, which means there’ll be no more messy wires to worry about. It’s about as seamless a look as you could possibly get, short of installing a player inside your ear.
PRICE: $330

AirCurve Acoustic Amplifier for iPhone by Griffin
AirCurve is an innovative acoustic amplifier that increases the sound output of your iPod without needing any kind of power source. Cast in transparent lucite, you can see the unique spralling chamber whose physical properties allow it to naturally amplify your iPod’s sound. Forget extra batteries or special adaptors. Just drop your ipod into the AirCurve and enjoy the music. Ne of this year’s coolest ways to go green. 
PRICE: $20

Griffin Simplifi - iPod Dock with SD/Compact Flash card reader
Simplifi juices up USB-rechargeable iPod models as they sync with your computer through the included USB mini cable. Use Simplifi's extra USB ports to plug in keyboards, printers, cameras, flash drives, scanners, external hard drives, and anything else that’s USB 2.0-compatible.
PRICE: $70

Piper Heidsieck Rose Sauvage from Champagne, France
If you’re tired of the same old grocery store wines and Champagnes and want to expand your palette, try this delightful Champagne from France.
PRICE: $54

Uluvka Vodka from Poland
You’ll be drinking like a king when you try this award-winning vodka, sporting the same burning taste that was enjoyed by 17th century Polish nobles. A fine way to drown your sorrows.
PRICE: $60
South Park Figure: Big Gay Al
He’s super – thanks for asking! Considered one of the most popular openly gay characters in animation history, Big Gay Al is a great role model for future schizophrenic queens in the making.
PRICE: $13
Ant Works Gel-Based Ant Farm
The gel-based ant farm was designed by NASA for low-gravity enviroments. As the ants burrow through the non-toxic gel, it serves double duty as a carefully balanced foodstuff. Your ants will arrive via standard USPS inside a test tube (kit includes free certificate). TIP: Pop the ants into the freezer for a few minutes to sedate and calm them and then you can gently transfer them to their new home without accidentally hurting them.
PRICE: $40

Bandai's ‘Luminodot 
Although this hip reinvention of the classic Lite-Brite is only available in Japan, it can be easily found on eBay. The Luminodot accomodates up to 3,500 light pegs, which come in dozens of  beautiful shades . The Japanese site features an online version that lets you plan a design and then print out the peg requirements.
PRICE: $128

Tengu By Mr. Jones
Mr. (or Mrs?) Tengu has but one function – to make you happy. If only our last boyfriends had felt that way! To accomplish his mission, Tengu silently lip-synchs to all the music, voices, and ambient sounds in your environment. When your boss is yelling at you, how will he remain angry once he notices that Tengu is acting out all his words? You can also choose from seven static facial expressions.
PRICE: $58

Gamefly membership
Videogames can be expensive, so it’s best to try before you buy. Plus, why spend $50 for something that you might complete in less than a week? Gamefly’s mail-based rental service is the NetFlix of the videogame world. It lets you check out a set number of titles per month, which you can keep as long as you want.  It’s an ideal way to make gaming more affordable.
PRICE: $20

Jib Jab Sendables E-Cards Membership
Do you ever forget about occasions that call for greeting cards, only to remember when it’s no longer possible to get one out on time? Jib Jab lets you to send out unique e-cards to those special folks instantly. What’s great is that they don’t feel like a last-minute substitute. And by switching to fast and free e-cards, you’ll be able to send more kind wishes a lot more often.
PRICE: Free

DNA Art
This is the ideal gift for that person in your life who seems to have it all. Once you order online, the recipient will receive a kit in the mail. They just swab their inner cheek with a q-tip, send it off to the lab, and choose the type of art they’d like to have created from their unique DNA testing results.
PRICE: $200+

iPod Nano
Who knew that such a tiny device could hold so many songs? The base model holds 2000 with it’s 4GB of internal storage. But for just a bit more, you can double or quadruple the storage space. The new 4th generation Nano is incredibly small and thin, yet features a crisp and vibrant screen that is just right for navigate your music or watch your favorite TV shows. Besides just music, the iTunes store now offers movies, tv shows, productivity tools, and even games!
PRICE: $150-$200

SEXY GIFTS
Those out there who want to get that special someone something that’ll put them in more than just a holiday mood will find that these sexy gifts are the perfect choice.

Fleshjack
Give the gift that keeps on giving. The lucky recipient will literally be able to milk this puppy for all it’s worth! 
PRICE: $60

Le Cock Ring II
This hand-riveted and sculpted, sterling silver cockring with durable black rubber is the tuxedo of cock rings.
PRICE: $165

Ohmibod Ipod Vibrator
This vibrator plugs into your iPod and can shake to the beat of whatever song is playing. We recommend the 1812 Overture. The cannon blasts will be an experience you’ll never forget.
PRICE: $52

Virility (Coffee Table Book) 
In his fourth photo-book, Fred Goudon turns his attention to twenty-something male models.
PRICE: $65

Ed Hardy Underwear
This sexy underwear makes the perfect stocking stuffer for that special guy. 
PRICE: $35

COOL GIFTS UNDER $20
We all know pocketbooks have been tight for many people in the last couple of months, which is why we’ve scoured the Net for these thoughtful gifts that are sure to appeal to everyone.

Keychain WiFi Finder
For those who frequently rely on unprotected Wi-Fi hotspots in order to get online, this tool is indispensible.    
PRICE: $15

Cross Bracelet
This nickle finished 8" in length bracelet will liven up your wrist.
PRICE: $20

Dancing Robots
The perfect wind-up toy to brighten up any desk. Two robots per package.
PRICE: $6
Energizer Cell phone Charger
Forgot to charge your cell phone? No need to worry this charger gives you plenty of juice time to keep you going.
PRICE: $15

Scent Design Custom Fragrance                                                                                                                  Create your own personal fragrance by mixing and matching oils of your choosing.                                       PRICE: $10
 
GIFTS FOR PETS
Let’s not forget about some of our most important loved ones. They’ll want to join in the celebrations, too – so be sure not to leave them out!

Polo shirts for Pooches
You can be sure you’ll keep your doggie warm all winter with this snazzy sweater. But it’s not just any sweater, mind you. It’s Ralph Lauren, bitch. This way you can both turn heads as you walk down the street at 3am.
PRICE: $32

Todd Oldham’s Good Dog Gift Basket
What better way to spoil your furry little (gay?) friend than by getting him some of his own Todd Oldham swag.
PRICE: $80

Dog E-Tag
This tag stores all your pooch’s vital information and is easy to update if you move or the info otherwise requires any changes. 
PRICE: $25
RecycleBone
This bone is made from recycled traditional chew toys, which means it’s super strong and fun to gnaw without much enviromental impact.
PRICE: $12

Fling-Ama-String! Award Winning Cat Toy 
This battery-operated string toy can hang on any doorknob and will entice even the laziest of kitties into a frenzy. 
PRICE: $25
ECO FRIENDLY GIFTS
These gifts are great for those trying to get their friends to be more serious about the environment as well as those who already are.
Stainless Steel Travel Bottle
A beautifully designed stainless steel bottle that's sure to last you a lifetime.
PRICE: $18
Innertube Messenger Bag
This handcrafted messenger bag was made from reclaimed truck inner tubes and cruelty-free vegan materials. Now you can look your best and feel good about yourself.
PRICE: $150
Solio Charger
This little guy powers all your gadgets, which is ideal for someone on the go or when you are plannig a camping trip.
PRICE: $80
Levi's eco Vintage Straight 539 Jeans                                                                                                        Levi's brings us a new way to look good while alsoi being environmetally conscious.                                      PRICE: $80
 

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